MOT Status
ValidMileage
48,325 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at collector (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected holding on to revs (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer not fitted correctly (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer not fitted correctly (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Vehicle identification number not displayed ***** hidden under fairing bracket-needs modifying *********** (0.2 (a))
Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GT550?
Based on 15,005 MOT tests across 2,006 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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Y163 JDV is a 2001 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
Across all 2001 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 31,678 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Kawasaki GT550 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y163 JDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Kawasaki GT550 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.
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What year was Y163 JDV registered?
Y163 JDV is a 2001 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 19 June 2001.
Is Y163 JDV safe to buy?
The MOT history for Y163 JDV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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